Toro 30in Grapple Bucket, Compact Tool Carriers User manual

Brand: Toro

Model: 30in Grapple Bucket, Compact Tool Carriers

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

Dingo Grapple Bucket

Form No. 3463-865 Rev A

Grapple Bucket

Compact T ool Carriers

Model No. 22590 —Serial No. 320000000 and Up

Model No. 23176 —Serial No. 323000000 and Up

Original Instructions (EN)

*3463-865*

Introduction

The grapple bucket is a load-bearing attachment

intended to be used on a T oro compact tool carrier . It

is designed primarily for grabbing, dragging, lifting,

and removing materials without picking up topsoil

on residential or commercial properties. Using this

product for purposes other than its intended use could

prove dangerous to you and bystanders.

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate

and maintain your product properly and to avoid

injury and product damage. Y ou are responsible for

operating the product properly and safely .

V isit www .T oro.com for product safety and operation

training materials, accessory information, help nding

a dealer , or to register your product.

Whenever you need service, genuine T oro parts, or

additional information, contact an Authorized Service

Dealer or T oro Customer Service and have the model

and serial numbers of your product ready . Figure 1

identies the location of the model and serial numbers

on the product for model 22590. Figure 2 identies

the location of the model and serial numbers on the

product for model 23176. W rite the numbers in the

space provided.

Important: W ith your mobile device, you can

scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if

equipped) to access warranty , parts, and other

product information.

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Figure 1

1. Model 22590 model and serial number location

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Figure 2

1. Model 23176 model and serial number location

Model No.

Serial No.

This manual identies potential hazards and has

safety messages identied by the safety-alert symbol

(Figure 3 ), which signals a hazard that may cause

serious injury or death if you do not follow the

recommended precautions.

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Figure 3

Safety-alert symbol

This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note emphasizes general information

worthy of special attention.

81 1 1 L yndale A venue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

Printed in the USA

Contents

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Slope Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Grapple Bucket Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Maintenance and Storage Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety and Instructional Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Maximum Material Density at Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Installing and Removing the Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Grapple Bucket Operation and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Filling the Bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

T ransport Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Lubricating the Bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Checking the Hydraulic Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1

Safety

DANGER

There may be buried utility lines in the work

area. Digging into them may cause a shock

or an explosion.

Have the property or work area marked for

buried lines and do not dig in marked areas.

Contact your local marking service or utility

company to have the property marked (for

example, in the US, call 81 1 or in Australia,

call 1 100 for the nationwide marking service).

General Safety

Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious

injury or death.

•Do not exceed the rated operating capacity , as the

machine may become unstable, which may result

in loss of control.

•Do not transport an attachment with the arms

raised or extended (if applicable) . Always

transport the attachment close to the ground; refer

to T ransport Position ( page 9 ) .

•Have the property or work area marked for buried

lines and other objects, and do not dig in marked

areas.

•Read and understand the content of this Operator ’ s

Manual before starting the machine.

•Use your full attention while operating the

machine. Do not engage in any activity that

causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property

damage may occur .

•Never allow children or untrained people to

operate the machine.

•Keep your hands and feet away from the moving

components and attachments.

•Do not operate the machine without the guards

and other safety protective devices in place and

working on the machine.

•Keep bystanders and pets away from the machine.

•Stop the machine, shut of f the machine, and

remove the key before servicing, fueling, or

unclogging the machine.

Improperly using or maintaining this machine can

result in injury . T o reduce the potential for injury ,

comply with these safety instructions and always

pay attention to the safety-alert symbol , which

means Caution, W arning, or Danger—personal safety

instruction. Failure to comply with these instructions

may result in personal injury or death.

Slope Safety•Operate the machine up and down slopes with

the heavy end of the machine uphill. W eight

distribution changes with attachments. An empty

load-bearing attachment makes the rear of the

machine the heavy end, and a full load-bearing

attachment makes the front of the machine the

heavy end. Most other attachments make the front

of machine the heavy end.

•Raising or extending (if applicable) the loader arms

on a slope af fects the stability of the machine.

Keep the loader arms in the lowered and retracted

position when on slopes.

•Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control

and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe

injury or death. Operating the machine on any

slope or uneven terrain requires extra caution.

•Establish your own procedures and rules for

operating on slopes. These procedures must

include surveying the site to determine which

slopes are safe for machine operation. Always

use common sense and good judgment when

performing this survey .

•Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Ground

conditions can af fect the stability of the machine.

•A void starting or stopping on a slope. If the

machine loses traction, proceed slowly , straight

down the slope.

•A void turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn

slowly and keep the heavy end of the machine

uphill.

•Keep all movements on slopes slow and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or

direction.

•If you feel uneasy operating the machine on a

slope, do not do it.

•W atch for holes, ruts, or bumps, as uneven terrain

could overturn the machine. T all grass can hide

obstacles.

•Use caution when operating on wet surfaces.

Reduced traction could cause sliding.

•Evaluate the area to ensure that the ground is

stable enough to support the machine.

•Use caution when operating the machine near the

following:

– Drop-of fs

– Ditches

– Embankments

– Bodies of water

The machine could suddenly roll over if a track

goes over the edge or the edge caves in. Maintain

a safe distance between the machine and any

hazard.

•Do not remove or add attachments on a slope.

•Do not park the machine on a hillside or slope.

Grapple Bucket Safety

•Always lower the attachment, close the jaws, and

shut of f the machine each time you leave the

operating position.

•When lifting the attachment, keep it level and

prevent the load from spilling backward.

•Always close the jaws of the attachment when

not in use.

•Always grab and lift long items near the center .

•Do not use the jaws for hooking and/or pulling.

Always clamp the material securely .

Maintenance and Storage

Safety

•Check fasteners at frequent intervals for proper

tightness to ensure that the equipment is in safe

operating condition.

•Refer to this Operator ’ s Manual for important

details if you store the attachment for an extended

period of time.

•Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,

as necessary .

Safety and Instructional Decals

Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area

of potential danger . Replace any decal that is damaged or missing.

decal125-61 10

125-61 10

1. Crushing hazard—do not stand under any part of the

machine.

decal133-8061

133-8061

decal138-0537

138-0537

1. W arning—read the

Operator ’ s Manual .

2. Entanglement hazard,

grapple—keep bystanders

away .

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144-2006

1. T ipping hazard—read the Operator ’ s Manual ; the maximum load capacity for the TX1000 is 245 kg (540 lb); the maximum load

capacity for the TX525/TX427 is 167 kg (370 lb); the maximum load capacity for the Dingo 323/323-D is 72 kg (160 lb); the

maximum load capacity for the e-Dingo is 167 kg (370 lb).

Product Overview

Specications

Note: Specications and design are subject to

change without notice.

Model 22590

Width

85.6 cm (33.5 inches)

Length

78.2 cm (30.8 inches)

Height

53.6 cm (21.1 inches)

W eight

1 15 kg (253 lb)

Maximum load rating

TX 1000

245 kg (540 lb)

TX 525 and TX 427

167 kg (370 lb)

323 and 320-D Compact T ool

Carrier

72 kg (160 lb)

e-Dingo

167 kg (370 lb)

Model 23176

Width

76.2 cm (30 inches)

Length

79 cm (31.1 inches)

Height

54.9 cm (21.6 inches)

W eight

107 kg (235 lb)

Maximum load rating

TX 1000

245 kg (540 lb)

TX 525 and TX 427

167 kg (370 lb)

323 and 320-D Compact T ool

Carrier

72 kg (160 lb)

e-Dingo

167 kg (370 lb)

T o ensure optimum performance and continued safety

certication of the machine, use only genuine T oro

replacement parts and accessories. Replacement

parts and accessories made by other manufacturers

could be dangerous, and such use could void the

product warranty .

Maximum Material Density at

Capacity

The density of the materials moved by the bucket

varies and, therefore, so does the amount of material

that the bucket can carry before reaching the

maximum load rating. The rst 2 tables lists the

density of material that can be carried, both heaped

and struck (i.e., leveled of f), in the bucket. The

Material Density table lists common materials and

their densities.

TX 1000

Bucket Capacity

Maximum Density

Struck (leveled) bucket 3962 kg/m

(259 lb/ft

)

Heaped bucket

3170 kg/m

(212 lb/ft

)

Note: Maximum density = Maximum load rating / Capacity

TX 525 and TX 427

Bucket Capacity

Maximum Density

Struck (leveled) bucket 2262 kg/m

(148 lb/ft

)

Heaped bucket

1810 kg/m

(121 lb/ft

)

323 and 320-D Compact T ool Carrier

Bucket Capacity

Maximum Density

Struck (leveled) bucket 1 185 kg/m

(74 lb/ft

)

Heaped bucket

961 kg/m

(60 lb/ft

)

e-Dingo

Bucket Capacity

Maximum Density

Struck (leveled) bucket 261 1 kg/m

(163 lb/ft

)

Heaped bucket

208 kg/m

(13 lb/ft

)

Material Density

Material

Density (Approximate)

Caliche 1250 kg/m

(78 lb/ft

)

Clay:

Natural bed

1600 kg/m

(104 lb/ft

)

Dry

1480 kg/m

(93 lb/ft

)

W et

1660 kg/m

(104 lb/ft

)

With gravel, dry

1420 kg/m

(89 lb/ft

)

With gravel, wet

1540 kg/m

(96 lb/ft

)

Coal:

Anthracite, broken

1 100 kg/m

(69 lb/ft

)

Bituminous, broken

830 kg/m

(52 lb/ft

)

Earth:

Dry , packed

1510 kg/m

(94 lb/ft

)

W et, packed

1600 kg/m

(100 lb/ft

)

Loam

1250 kg/m

(78 lb/ft

)

Granite, broken or large

crushed

1660 kg/m

(104 lb/ft

)

Gravel:

Dry

1510 kg/m

(94 lb/ft

)

Pit run (graveled sand) 1930 kg/m

(120 lb/ft

)

Dry , 13 to 51 mm (1/2 to 2

inch)

1690 kg/m

(106 lb/ft

)

W et, 13 to 51 mm (1/2 to 2

inch)

2020 kg/m

(126 lb/ft

)

Limestone, broken or crushed

1540 kg/m

(96 lb/ft

)

Sand:

Dry

1420 kg/m

(89 lb/ft

)

W et

1840 kg/m

(1 15 lb/ft

)

With gravel, dry

1720 kg/m

(107 lb/ft

)

With gravel, wet

2020 kg/m

(126 lb/ft

)

Sandstone, broken 1510 kg/m

(94 lb/ft

)

Shale 1250 kg/m

(78 lb/ft

)

Slag, broken 1750 kg/m

(109 lb/ft

)

Stone, crushed 1600 kg/m

(100 lb/ft

)

T opsoil

950 kg/m

(59 lb/ft

)

Operation

Determine the left and right sides of the machine from

the normal operating position.

Installing and Removing

the Attachment

Refer to the Operator ’ s Manual for the traction unit for

the installation and removal procedure.

Important: Before installing the attachment,

position the machine on a level surface, ensure

that the mount plates are free of any dirt or debris,

and ensure that the pins rotate freely . If the pins

do not rotate freely , grease them.

Note: Always use the traction unit to lift and move

the attachment.

W ARNING

If you do not fully seat the quick-attach

pins through the attachment mount plate,

the attachment could fall off the machine,

crushing you or bystanders.

Ensure that the quick-attach pins are fully

seated in the attachment mount plate.

W ARNING

Hydraulic uid escaping under pressure can

penetrate skin and cause injury . Fluid injected

into the skin must be surgically removed

within a few hours by a doctor familiar with

this form of injury; otherwise, gangrene may

result.

• Ensure that all hydraulic-uid hoses

and lines are in good condition and all

hydraulic connections and ttings are tight

before applying pressure to the hydraulic

system.

• Keep your body and hands away from

pinhole leaks or nozzles that eject

high-pressure hydraulic uid.

• Use cardboard or paper to nd hydraulic

leaks; never use your hands.

CAUTION

Hydraulic couplers, hydraulic lines/valves,

and hydraulic uid may be hot. If you contact

hot components, you may be burned.

• W ear gloves when disconnecting the

hydraulic couplers.

• Allow the machine to cool before touching

hydraulic components.

• Do not touch hydraulic uid spills.

Grapple Bucket Operation

and Control

After you attach the grapple bucket to the mount plate

of the traction unit, ensure that the hydraulic couplers

are connected. Start and run the machine at full

throttle (maximum engine speed).

Digging/Raking with the Jaw

1. T o dig or rake using the jaw , open the jaw all the

way , and tilt the attachment forward until the jaw

teeth touch (or penetrate) the ground.

2. Drive the machine rearwards. T o rake up loose

sticks and other debris, which you can then grab

with the jaws, place the teeth on the ground. T o

dig furrows in the earth and break up the sod,

penetrate the ground with the teeth ( Figure 4 ).

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Figure 4

3. Y ou can also use this method to rip out bushes.

Place the upper jaw teeth into the ground on the

far side of the bush, close the jaws around the

bush and roots, then tilt the attachment rearward

to rip the bush out of the ground.

Bucket Operation

With the jaws open, you can use this attachment as

a standard bucket.

When loading material, always have the bucket level

to the ground and move forward into the material to

be lifted. When the bucket is full, tilt it rearward to

decrease the lifting resistance when you lift the load.

When transporting a load, keep the bucket as close

to the ground as possible.

Grapple Operation

Use the jaws for picking up material by closing them

over objects or materials to be transported ( Figure 5 ).

Important: Grab objects from the center .

Never lift more than the rated lift capacity of

the attachment as listed on the decals. When

transporting a load, keep it as close to the ground

as possible with the loader arms retracted.

Important: If you are lifting more delicate or

hollow items, such as crates, close the jaws with

care so as not to crush the item being moved.

Note: T ake care when using this method that you do

not crush an object that you are picking up between

the jaws.

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Figure 5

Filling the Bucket

1. Position the bucket level to the ground.

2. Drive forward and insert the bucket into the pile

of material.

3. When the bucket is full, drive the machine in

reverse and gently tilt the bucket rearward to

decrease the lifting resistance when you lift the

load.

Important: Always carry loads close to the

ground; refer to T ransport Position ( page 9 ) .

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Figure 6

T ransport Position

When transporting a load, keep the attachment as

close to the ground as possible, no more than 15 cm

(6 inches) above the ground. T ilt it rearward to keep

the load level.

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Figure 7

1. No more than 15 cm (6

inches) above the ground

2. T ilt the load rearward

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service

Interval

Maintenance Procedure

Before each use or daily

• Lubricate the bucket.

• Check the hydraulic lines for leaks, loose ttings, kinked lines, loose mounting

supports, wear , weather , and chemical deterioration.

• Ensure that all fasteners are securely tightened.

• Clean the areas around the bucket cylinder and mount plate pivot.

• Check for wear of pins, linkages, and cutting edges.

Every 200 hours

• Inspect the hydraulic hoses and replace them if they are damaged.

Before storage

• Inspect the hydraulic system for leaks and loose ttings.

• Inspect the hydraulic hoses and replace them if they are damaged.

• Paint chipped or worn surfaces.

Lubricating the Bucket

Service Interval : Before each use or daily

Using a grease gun, pump general purpose grease

into each of the 4 grease ttings on the grapple bucket

until the grease begins to ooze ( Figure 8 ). Wipe away

any excess grease with a shop cloth.

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Figure 8

Left side shown

1. Grease ttings

Checking the Hydraulic

Lines

Service Interval : Before each use or daily

W ARNING

Hydraulic uid escaping under pressure can

penetrate skin and cause injury . Fluid injected

into the skin must be surgically removed

within a few hours by a doctor familiar with

this form of injury; otherwise, gangrene may

result.

• Keep your body and hands away from

pinhole leaks or nozzles that eject

high-pressure hydraulic uid.

• Use cardboard or paper to nd hydraulic

leaks; never use your hands.

Storage

1. Before long-term storage, wash the attachment

with mild detergent and water to remove dirt and

grime.

2. Check and tighten all hardware. Repair or

replace any part that is damaged or worn.

3. Ensure that all of the hydraulic hose couplers

are connected together to prevent contamination

of the hydraulic system.

4. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces.

Note: Paint is available from your Authorized

Service Dealer .

5. Grease the pivot points; refer to Lubricating the

Bucket ( page 10 ) .

6. Store the attachment in a clean, dry garage or

storage area.

7. Cover the bucket to protect it and keep it clean.

1 1

Declaration of Incorporation

The T oro Company , 81 1 1 L yndale A venue South, Bloomington, MN, USA declares that the following unit(s)

conform(s) to the directives listed, when installed in accordance with the accompanying instructions onto certain

T oro models as indicated on the relevant Declarations of Conformity .

Model No.

Serial No.

Product Description Invoice Description

General Description

Directive

22590 320000000 and Up

Grapple Bucket, Compact

T ool Carriers

DINGO BUCKET GRAPPLE

Bucket

2006/42/EC

23176 323000000 and Up

Grapple Bucket, Compact

T ool Carriers

DINGO BUCKET GRAPPLE

Bucket

2006/42/EC

Relevant technical documentation has been compiled as required per Part B of Annex VII of 2006/42/EC.

W e will undertake to transmit, in response to requests by national authorities, relevant information on this partly

completed machinery . The method of transmission shall be electronic transmittal.

This machinery shall not be put into service until incorporated into approved T oro models as indicated on the

associated Declaration of Conformity and in accordance with all instructions, whereby it can be declared in

conformity with all relevant Directives.

Certied:

Authorized Representative:

Marcel Dutrieux

Manager European Product Integrity

T oro Europe NV

Nijverheidsstraat 5

2260 Oevel

Belgium

Chad Moe

Sr . Engineering Manager

81 1 1 L yndale A ve. South

Bloomington, MN 55420, USA

July 6, 2023

UK Declaration of Incorporation

The T oro Company , 81 1 1 L yndale A venue South, Bloomington, MN, USA declares that the following unit(s)

conform(s) to the regulations listed, when installed in accordance with the accompanying instructions onto

certain T oro models as indicated on the relevant Declarations of Conformity .

Model No.

Serial No.

Product Description Invoice Description

General Description

Regulation

22590 320000000 and Up

Grapple Bucket, Compact

T ool Carriers

DINGO BUCKET GRAPPLE

Bucket

S.I.

2008/1597

23176 323000000 and Up

Grapple Bucket, Compact

T ool Carriers

DINGO BUCKET GRAPPLE

Bucket

S.I.

2008/1597

Relevant technical documentation has been compiled as required per Schedule 10 of S.I. 2008 No. 1597.

W e will undertake to transmit, in response to requests by national authorities, relevant information on this partly

completed machinery . The method of transmission shall be electronic transmittal.

This machinery shall not be put into service until incorporated into approved T oro models as indicated on the

associated Declaration of Conformity and in accordance with all instructions, whereby it can be declared in

conformity with all relevant regulations.

This declaration has been issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer .

The object of the declaration is in conformity with relevant UK legislation.

Authorized Representative:

Marcel Dutrieux

Manager European Product Integrity

T oro U.K. Limited

Spellbrook Lane W est

Bishop's Stortford

CM23 4BU

United Kingdom

Chad Moe

Sr . Engineering Manager

81 1 1 L yndale A ve. South

Bloomington, MN 55420, USA

July 6, 2023

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at levels that are far lower than federal action limits. For example, the Prop 65 standard for warnings for lead is 0.5 μg/day , which is well below

the federal and international standards.

Why don’t all similar products carry the warning?

•Products sold in California require Prop 65 labelling while similar products sold elsewhere do not.

•A company involved in a Prop 65 lawsuit reaching a settlement may be required to use Prop 65 warnings for its products, but other companies

making similar products may have no such requirement.

•The enforcement of Prop 65 is inconsistent.

•Companies may elect not to provide warnings because they conclude that they are not required to do so under Prop 65; a lack of warnings for a

product does not mean that the product is free of listed chemicals at similar levels.

Why does T oro include this warning?

T oro has chosen to provide consumers with as much information as possible so that they can make informed decisions about the products they buy and

use. T oro provides warnings in certain cases based on its knowledge of the presence of one or more listed chemicals without evaluating the level of

exposure, as not all the listed chemicals provide exposure limit requirements. While the exposure from T oro products may be negligible or well within the

“no signicant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, T oro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover , if T oro does not provide these